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Second Chance Academy
Middle School · NORTHSIDE ISD
8661 SILENT SUNRISE, San Antonio, TX 78250
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Second Chance Academy
Second Chance Academy is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of the NORTHSIDE ISD. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $80,289, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Second Chance Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3:1, Second Chance Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Address
- 8661 SILENT SUNRISE, San Antonio, TX 78250
- Website
- nisd.net
- Phone
- (210) 397-1000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
8661 SILENT SUNRISE, San Antonio, TX 78250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Second Chance Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away). Another option is CONNALLY MIDDLE (rated 5.4/10). Additionally, STEVENSON MIDDLE (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONNALLY MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ELROD EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTHWEST HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| FERNANDEZ EL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CARSON EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| TIMBERWILDE EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| STEVENSON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LEON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ZACHRY MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| MYERS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| NORTHWEST CROSSING EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LEON VALLEY EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| KNOWLTON EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| NICHOLS EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| DRIGGERS EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW ACADEMY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| IDEA HIDDEN MEADOW COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| RABA EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| BURKE EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,289
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,470/mo
Population
57,849
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
35.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Second Chance Academy has a median household income of $80,289. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,900, with a median rent of $1,470/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Second Chance Academy
What grades does Second Chance Academy serve?
Second Chance Academy serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Second Chance Academy?
Second Chance Academy has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Chance Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Second Chance Academy is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Second Chance Academy a charter school?
No, Second Chance Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Second Chance Academy a Title I school?
No, Second Chance Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Second Chance Academy?
77.8% of students at Second Chance Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,229/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Phone
- (210) 397-1000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
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